Departure Bay
Nanaimo
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Popular places to visit
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Departure Bay Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Departure Bay Beach during your travels in Nanaimo?
Duke Point Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Duke Point Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Old City Quarter
Learn about the local history of Nanaimo with a stop at Old City Quarter. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Long Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Lake during your travels in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Pipers Lagoon Park
After visiting Pipers Lagoon Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nanaimo. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Top hotels in Departure Bay
THE Beach Club Resort
The room in general was fine, the bed was way too soft for us ...so not the best sleep.. not thrilled with the outdoor walkways to rooms.. esp if coming to and from pool in a robe this time of year...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Beautiful updated room with many amenities like large closet for clothes, good size mini fridge and very comfortable beds! The breakfast was wonderful with healthy choices and excellent coffee. The staff was extremely helpful as well!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Coast Bastion Hotel
Staff were great at check in, the room had amazing views of the harbour (10th floor) and tons of space in the King View Suite. Room was clean and we very much enjoyed our stay!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Bayside Resort, an Ascend Collection Resort
Restaurant was great, room is clean
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
The location is terrific. Room was very clean, but was pretty dated, and smaller than I had imagined from the photos.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection
This is a great hotel. The staff is friendly. The pool and hot tub are clean. The rooms are very clean and the beds are very comfortable. I have stayed here many times and when I do make trips for business or for pleasure I usually check out Hotel fan I will be back.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Departure Bay
Stephenson Point
While Stephenson Point may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Departure Bay Beach and Departure Bay Ferry Terminal.
